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Ave Maria, FL

Florida · Collier County · Naples-Marco Island Metro

Ave Maria is a small city in Florida with a population of 6,826. Residents earn $95,179 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
6,826 Population 648/sq mi density
$95,179 Median Income $33,668 per capita
$405,600 Home Value $275,558 Zillow
$2,552 Median Rent 33.0% income on rent
75°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
77 Violent Crime/100K 2,604 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$95,179 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$405,600 home value, $2,552/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
77 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $95,179
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $405,600
44% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 77/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.4%
32% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,552
119% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.5%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

How Ave Maria Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population6,826
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density648/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,179
Per Capita$33,668
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$36,077M
Commute38 min

Housing

A
Home Value$405,600
Rent$2,552
Ownership84.7%
Zillow$275,558
Housing Units2,306
Rent Burden33.0%

Crime

F
Violent77/100K
Property2,604/100K

Health

Obesity28.5%
Uninsured14.9%
Smoking11.1%
Depression17.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation24 ft (7 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.4%
High School+92.7%
Graduate+17.2%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute38 min
Broadband93.9%
EV Stations16
Libraries10

Is Ave Maria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ave Maria receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Ave Maria offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ave Maria is $95,179, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ave Maria is $405,600, 44% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,552 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Ave Maria is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 77 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,604 per 100,000, 33% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ave Maria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ave Maria has a population of 6,826 with a density of 648 people per square mile, spread across 10.5 square miles. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.2% female and 45.8% male. The city is predominantly White (62%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 6.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 61.4% of residents, while 38.6% speak Spanish. 4.9% of the population are veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,826
Total Population
648
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
10.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ave Maria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 61.4%
22% below US avg
Spanish 38.6%
188% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ave Maria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ave Maria is $95,179, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,668 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,308. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 18,444 business establishments, including 951 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 23.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ave Maria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,179
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,668
Avg Weekly Wage$1,308
IRS Avg AGI$231,960
Gini Index0.531 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,444
County GDP$36,077M

Business (County)

Restaurants951
Healthcare1,346
Retail1,506
Manufacturing224

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$16,576
374% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.9 min
Drive Alone55.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ave Maria is $405,600, 44% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $275,558, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.2% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $2,552 (119% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 84.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,306 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2014. The average annual property tax is $16,576 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$405,600
44% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$275,558
Median List Price$439,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$439,000
$/Sq Ft$216
Homes Sold18
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops28.0%
Inventory236

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,552
119% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,599
Rent Burden33.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.7%
Owner-Occupied84.7%
Renter-Occupied15.3%
Housing Units2,306
Median Year Built2014

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$16,576
374% above US avg
Effective Rate4.09%
In Ave Maria, 28.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 28.7% have high blood pressure. 11.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 16.4% report binge drinking. 21.8% are physically inactive. 17.3% report depression. 16.6% experience frequent mental distress. 14.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,218. The dentist ratio is 1:1,427. 91.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Ave Maria vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.5%
11% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma9.1%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.1%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression17.3%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured14.9%
73% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,218
Dentists1:1,427
Mental Health1:810
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death6,600/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access91.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,346
Ave Maria has a violent crime rate of 77 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,604 per 100,000, 33% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 42 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Ave Maria receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Ave Maria vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent77.0/100K
80% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,603.6/100K
33% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Ave Maria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 24 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average74.7°F
38% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation24 ft (7 m)
Area10.5 sq mi (27.3 km²)
Population Density648/sq mi
Coordinates26.3228°N, 81.4394°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCollier County County
Nearest AirportImmokalee Regional (IMM)
8 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.0"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.37"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.54"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0371 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score98.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability74.7 / 100
Community Resilience41.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather No Rating
Lightning Very High
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Very High
Landslide Relatively Low
Coastal Flood Very High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

22 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Milton (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 4 166 km
2022 Ian Category 5 77 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 181 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 178 km
2020 Eta Category 1 253 km
2019 Dorian Category 4 299 km
2017 Irma Category 4 29 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 225 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 94 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 46 km
2005 Rita Category 3 269 km
2005 Dennis Category 2 298 km
2004 Charley Category 4 82 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 135 km
2004 Frances Category 2 141 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 291 km
1999 Irene Category 1 87 km
1998 Georges Category 2 206 km
1995 Erin Category 1 165 km
1992 Andrew Category 5 84 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

368 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 6 fatalities, 121 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Oct 9, 2024 EF3 74 km 0
Oct 19, 1958 EF3 94 km 1
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 47 km 0
Jan 16, 2022 EF2 57 km 0
Jan 9, 2016 EF2 66 km 0
Jun 21, 2006 EF2 100 km 0
Aug 13, 2004 EF2 54 km 0
Apr 4, 1993 EF2 97 km 0
Jul 23, 1989 EF2 53 km 0
Nov 4, 1988 EF2 53 km 0
Aug 9, 1986 EF2 61 km 0
Mar 17, 1983 EF2 69 km 0
Jun 17, 1982 EF2 45 km 1
Jun 18, 1972 EF2 69 km 0
Jun 18, 1972 EF2 38 km 0
Jun 18, 1972 EF2 80 km 0
Jun 18, 1971 EF2 100 km 0
Mar 3, 1971 EF2 59 km 0
Nov 11, 1968 EF2 43 km 0
Nov 9, 1968 EF2 40 km 2
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: STATE FIRE (171,317 ac, 1999).

Year Name Acres Distance
1999 STATE FIRE 171,317 80 km
1989 UNNAMED 90,127 84 km
2018 BUZZARD 61,663 55 km
2007 BICY COMPLEX 60,644 50 km
1989 UNNAMED 56,910 69 km
1985 UNNAMED 54,003 87 km
1985 ALLEY 51,504 69 km
2014 ALLIGATOR 50,667 88 km
2007 MOONSHINE BAY 38,664 73 km
2008 MYAKKA CUT 36,877 73 km
1985 UNNAMED 35,018 81 km
2007 UNNAMED 32,578 84 km
2018 116TH AVE SE (11) 29,269 34 km
2006 BERG FIRE 28,992 60 km
2021 BOBCAT 28,849 70 km
2017 PARLIAMENT 26,967 53 km
2017 THREE MILE 26,683 61 km
2020 MOONFISH 25,819 87 km
2001 BEARISLAND 24,213 28 km
2014 L 4 CUTOUT 23,068 60 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in
March 69°F (20°C) 2.7 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in
May 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in
June 80°F (27°C) 9.4 in Wettest
July 83°F (28°C) 7.6 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 8.3 in
September 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in
October 77°F (25°C) 3.3 in
November 72°F (22°C) 2.0 in
December 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in Driest

Ave Maria has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 64°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.4") and December the driest (1.5").

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Ave Maria is located in Collier County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 44.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 32% above the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. 17.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.2% of the vote, a 33.1-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 16 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 1,346 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 55.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 33.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)42
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.4%
32% above US avg
High School+92.7%
Graduate Degree+17.2%
School Test Score5.82
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density648/sq mi
Total Area10.5 sq mi
CountyCollier County County

Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Avg Download Speed154.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed37.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations16
Alt Fuel Stations18
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,346
Restaurants951
Retail Stores1,506

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.9 min
Drive Alone55.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.2%
Average costs for common services in Ave Maria. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$975
Toddler$844
Preschool$805
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$758
Toddler$650
Preschool$628
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Collier County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 24,150 1,598 $70,288 0.98
Accommodation & Food Services 24,099 1,111 $38,345 1.54
Retail Trade 22,666 1,618 $47,306 1.32
Construction 20,703 2,656 $67,737 2.30
Administrative & Waste Services 11,563 1,666 $55,351 1.14
Professional & Technical Services 8,126 2,684 $111,101 0.68
Arts & Entertainment 8,097 314 $54,302 2.80
Other Services 7,540 1,449 $50,563 1.46
Manufacturing 5,638 422 $75,612 0.40
Wholesale Trade 5,436 572 $125,244 0.80
Real Estate 4,945 1,634 $69,059 1.85
Finance & Insurance 4,816 988 $211,777 0.69
Transportation & Warehousing 2,898 342 $73,169 0.40
Educational Services 2,624 198 $50,111 0.74
Agriculture & Forestry 2,429 100 $40,530 1.75
Information & Technology 1,302 286 $106,980 0.40
Management of Companies 531 205 $228,294 0.18
Unclassified 274 476 $75,638 1.14
Utilities 208 34 $111,059 0.32
Mining & Oil/Gas 41 12 $85,938 0.06

Colleges & Universities in Ave Maria

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Ave Maria University Private Non-Profit · Graduate 1,372 44.8% $28,224 $28,224

Radio Stations near Ave Maria

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
101 SMOOTH JAZZ MELLOW MIX easy listening, mellow MP3 128 kbps
K-Star Talk Radio Network conservative talk, conspiracy theories MP3 128 kbps
99.9 Gator Country country AAC+ 64 kbps
Kingdom Star Radio bible, conservative talk MP3 128 kbps
Patriot Radio Classics conspiracy, conspiracy theories MP3

Campgrounds Near Ave Maria

8 campgrounds found near Ave Maria.

NameRatingSitesPrice
W.P. FRANKLIN SOUTH RECREATION AREA 4.9/5 2 $35
ORTONA SOUTH 4.8/5 52 $30–$35
Pink Jeep Campground 4.8/5 9 $10
W.P. FRANKLIN N 4.8/5 39 $30–$35
Monument Lake Campground 4.5/5 38 $24–$28
Burns Lake Campground 4.4/5 14 $24
Midway Campground (FL) 4.4/5 36 $24–$30
Gator Head Campground 4.0/5 9 $10

National Parks Near Ave Maria

10 national parks and monuments found near Ave Maria.

ParkTypeFee
Big Cypress National Preserve National Preserve Free
Cayo Costa State Park State Park Free
Collier-Seminole State Park State Park Free
Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park State Park Free
Don Pedro Island State Park State Park Free
Everglades National Park National Park $35
Gasparilla Island State Park State Park Free
Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park State Park Free
Myakka River State Park State Park Free
Stump Pass Beach State Park State Park Free

Museums in Ave Maria

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ROEBLING HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6094992379$17
IMMOKALEE PIONEER MUSEUM AT ROBERTS RANCHGENERAL MUSEUM2396582466

Restaurants in Ave Maria

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blue Agave
Ledo Pizza
Oasis The Kitchen Lounge
Snack Bar
The Pub & Grill at Ave Maria
Umami

Cafes in Ave Maria

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Bean of Ave Maria

Clinics in Ave Maria

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DeVita Dialysis
US #11592874993

Dentists in Ave Maria

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ave Maria Dentistry

Veterinaries in Ave Maria

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Faithful Friends Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Ave Maria

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Estacion de servicio Gasolinera
Mobil

Golf Courses in Ave Maria

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Panther Run Golf Club

Breweries in Ave Maria

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Central BrewCambridge Brewers, Beverages, MA, Malt Beverages, Cambridge, MA, Coffee Shop, Cambridge350 Massachusetts Ave6172508471
East Trail TavernBar Fixtures, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants11397 Tamiami Trl E2394176690

Cell Towers in Ave Maria

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
21190 CARTER ROAD (6834)GTOWER373
21190 CARTER ROAD (6834)GTOWER373
21190 CARTER ROAD (6834)GTOWER373
(Alpine Broadcasting Site) 1753 BENTON ROADTOWER312
5175 CR 29TOWER91

Bridges in Ave Maria

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201213524,170G
SlabConcrete continuous198912014,261G
SlabPrestressed concrete199012014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198912014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198912014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198924014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198912014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198912014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198912014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198912014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198912014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous196524014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198924014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198912014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198912014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198913014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198912014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous198912014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous199024014,261G
SlabPrestressed concrete199012014,261G
SlabConcrete continuous196513114,261G
SlabPrestressed concrete199012013,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199020813,750G
SlabPrestressed concrete199012013,750G
SlabPrestressed concrete199012013,750F
SlabPrestressed concrete199016013,750G
SlabPrestressed concrete199118113,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199012013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199212013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199012013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199212013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199012013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199212013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199012013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199212013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199212013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199012013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199024013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199112013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199012013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199016013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199112013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199012013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199212013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199012013,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199212413,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199012413,750G
SlabConcrete continuous199018013,750G
SlabPrestressed concrete199112013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous196724013,750F
SlabConcrete continuous199116013,750G
SlabConcrete continuous196818013,750G
SlabPrestressed concrete196718113,750G
SlabPrestressed concrete196616013,750F
SlabPrestressed concrete196616113,750F
SlabPrestressed concrete199012013,750G
SlabPrestressed concrete199012013,750F
SlabPrestressed concrete199112013,750G
SlabPrestressed concrete199012013,750G
SlabPrestressed concrete199112013,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199020813,750G
SlabPrestressed concrete199112013,750F
SlabPrestressed concrete199112013,750G
SlabPrestressed concrete199012013,750G
SlabPrestressed concrete199016113,750G
SlabPrestressed concrete199012013,426G
SlabPrestressed concrete199012013,426G
SlabConcrete20211058,400G
SlabConcrete continuous1999507,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2007605,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19862325,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19866305,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2007605,100G
CulvertConcrete1995245,100G
CulvertConcrete1995245,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19861765,100G
CulvertConcrete2012254,500G
CulvertConcrete2012244,500G
CulvertConcrete2012244,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19922561,500G
CulvertConcrete201448800G
SlabPrestressed concrete202471800G
SlabPrestressed concrete2024176800G
SlabConcrete2024130800G
SlabPrestressed concrete202460800G
SlabConcrete1951121450F
SlabConcrete195145450F
SlabConcrete195145450F
SlabConcrete19627520F
SlabConcrete19627520G

Airports Near Ave Maria

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Southwest Florida International AirportRSWLarge Airport
Naples Municipal AirportAPFMedium Airport
Page FieldFMYMedium Airport
Punta Gorda AirportPGDMedium Airport
Adana AirfieldSmall Airport
Airglades AirportSmall Airport
Alex’s Ultralight Flight ParkSmall Airport
Alico Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Alma AirportSmall Airport
Berry Grove AirportSmall Airport
Big Cypress AirfieldSmall Airport
Big Cypress Ranch AirfieldSmall Airport
Bob Paul AirportSmall Airport
Buckingham FieldSmall Airport
Calusa Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Charlton StripSmall Airport
Corkscrew Trace AirparkSmall Airport
Cotton StripSmall Airport
Dade Collier Training and Transition AirportTNTSmall Airport
Devil’s Garden StripSmall Airport
Duda AirstripSmall Airport
Everglades AirparkSmall Airport
Felda AirportSmall Airport
Flying L AirportSmall Airport
Greens Farm FieldSmall Airport
Harper's Fly-In Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Hennessy AirportSmall Airport
Hilliard's Private AirportSmall Airport
Immokalee Regional AirportIMMSmall Airport
La Belle Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Lake Suzy Estates AirportSmall Airport
Last Chance Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Little Deer AirportSmall Airport
Lykes Moore Haven AirportSmall Airport
Lykes Silver Lake AirportSmall Airport
Marco Island Executive AirportMRKSmall Airport
Mc Daniel Ranch Inc. AirportSmall Airport
Oasis Ranger Station - US Government AirportSmall Airport
Okeelanta AirportSmall Airport
Palm Beach County Glades AirportPHKSmall Airport
Payson Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Pine Island AirportSmall Airport
Pine Shadows AirparkSmall Airport
Ranger STOLPortSmall Airport
Romor Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Shell Creek AirparkSmall Airport
Sky Manor AirportSmall Airport
South Point AirportSmall Airport
Strayhorn Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Sundance Farms AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Ave Maria

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Collier County Sheriff's Office Golden Gate Estates Substation District 4
Collier County Sheriff's Office Immokalee Substation District 8112 South 1st Street
Florida Highway Patrol Station

Grocery Stores in Ave Maria

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
PUBLIX 1252Supermarket4975 Avila Ave
Valero Gas StationConvenience Store13213 County Road 858

Treatment Centers in Ave Maria

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
David Lawrence CenterBoth239-657-4434

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ave Maria

20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ACADEMY OF CATHOLIC THEOLOGY INC5105 TAYLOR DR
BELIEVERS OF CHRIST MINISTRIES INC5012 SALERNO ST
CHINA PEACE INITIATIVE INC4388 STEINBECK WAY
CHRIST MUSIC6205 VICTORY DR
COACH IZZYS SPORTS MINISTRY INC4122 OGDEN ST
FAMILIES ASPIRING IN TRUTH AND HOLINESS CATHOLIC HOME EDUCATION C4977 HEMINGWAY TER
FRESHSTART-A WESLEYAN CHURCH5349 BRIN WAY
FUNDACION HIJOS DE LA LUZ INC5071 SALERNO ST
INHERITANCE PILGRIMAGES NFP4203 TRADITIONS DR
JESUS CHRIST NETWORK5340 USEPPA DR
JOHN FRANCIS FOUNDATION4399 KENTUCKY WAY
MARIAVISION US INC5078 POPE JOHN PAUL II BLVD SUITE3
MISION EMAUS CARITATIVA5471 USEPPA DR
MY CATHOLIC CAUSE5052 POPE JOHN PAUL II BLVD STE 108
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PRIVATE CATHOLIC AND INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS5113 TAYLOR DR
RADICAL REVIVAL MINISTRIES INTL5310 FERRARI AVE
SACRA DOCTRINA PROJECT INC5267 FERRARI AVE
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA GUILD OF THE CMA INC4422 BATTLECREEK WAY
ST ANNES COUNTRY HOME INC5225 MILANO ST
TEXT-DRIVEN MINISTRIES5169 TAYLOR DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ave Maria

What is the population of Ave Maria?

Ave Maria has a population of 6,826 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 648 people per square mile, spread across 10.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 54.2% female and 45.8% male.

Is Ave Maria expensive to live in?

Ave Maria has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $95,179, 27% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $405,600 (44% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,552 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ave Maria safe?

Ave Maria is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 77 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,604 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Ave Maria receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ave Maria?

Ave Maria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Ave Maria?

The job market in Ave Maria is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,308. There are 18,444 business establishments in the area, including 951 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 38 minutes, and 23.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ave Maria?

The median home value in Ave Maria is $405,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $275,558. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,552. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 84.7%. The average annual property tax is $16,576.

How are the schools in Ave Maria?

Schools in Ave Maria score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 44.4% of adults in Ave Maria hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. 17.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ave Maria?

The obesity rate in Ave Maria is 28.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.1% of adults are smokers. 21.8% are physically inactive. 17.3% of residents report depression. 14.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 91.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,218.

What is transportation like in Ave Maria?

The average commute in Ave Maria is 38 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 55.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ave Maria?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ave Maria is 62% White, 6.9% Black or African American, 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. 61.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 38.6% speak Spanish. 4.9% of the population are military veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

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